Amelia vs Kathlyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amelia

Girl #3 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"work, industriousness"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
12,740
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amy, Millie, Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Kathlyn Rank #2,719

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2719 for Kathlyn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Kathlyn ___

  • Kathlyn Marie
  • Kathlyn Grace
  • Kathlyn Anne
  • Kathlyn Elizabeth
  • Kathlyn Rose
  • Kathlyn Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Kathlyn

Patrick Brigid Colm Siobhan Brendan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Kathlyn more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kathlyn at #2719 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Kathlyn mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Kathlyn means "pure" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Kathlyn boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Kathlyn is primarily a girl name.

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